Jacksonville, FL|News|
Florida Man's Penis Shot Could Land Him In Jail: Report
A Jacksonville man reportedly shot himself in the penis Friday morning. While the injury was accidental, he may face criminal charges.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
- Land O' Lakes, FL
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Florida Editor
Email: sherri.lonon@patch.com
Born in Rochester, N.Y.
Sherri Lonon moved to Land O' Lakes via Amsterdam, N.Y., when she was 12. Lonon attended Pine View Middle and Land O' Lakes High before going on to receive her degree in history from the University of South Florida.
Always an avid writer, she began her career in journalism in 1990, writing mostly about local communities such as Land O' Lakes, Lutz, Carrollwood, Town 'N Country and Plant City. She also served as the community relations coordinator for the Hillsborough County Water Department. She is married and has two daughters.
When she's not working, she enjoys reading, watching a good horror movie and hanging out with her family and friends.
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Clearwater, FL|News|
Tot Left In Car Outside Courthouse, Mom Arrested
A 28-year-old woman was arrested Friday after deputies say she left her baby in a car outside the Pinellas County Courthouse.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Lakeland, FL|News|
Power Plant Explosion, Prostitution, Tow To Go
Marijuana-laced gummy bears, 4th of July fireworks, city fights to keep cross and other stories from Florida Patch.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Pensacola, FL|News|
Pensacola Fights To Keep Historic Cross
An emergency stay motion has been filed as the City of Pensacola prepares to appeal to keep its cross in Bayview Park.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
New Port Richey, FL|News|
Pot-Laced Gummy Bears: 2 Kids Airlifted, Woman Jailed
A 20-year-old woman faces child abuse charges after two small kids allegedly ate her marijuana-laced gummy bears.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
Truck Versus Amtrak Crash Closes Road In Tampa
A Friday afternoon crash involving a vehicle and an Amtrak train has resulted in minor injuries and a road closing.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|News|
Police Recruiter Caught With Prostitute: Cops
An off-duty St. Petersburg Police officer faces charges after he allegedly picked up a prostitute Friday morning.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Brandon, FL|News|
Big Bend Power Station Explosion: Victims ID’d
Authorities have released the names of the two men killed and four critically injured in an explosion at TECO's Big Bend plant.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Clearwater, FL|News|
Clearwater Prostitution Crackdown: 10 Arrested
Clearwater Police arrested 10 people during a Thursday night prostitution crackdown in the Gateway area.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Bradenton, FL|News|
Bradenton Man, 31, Reported Missing, Endangered
The Manatee County Sheriff’s Office needs help finding a Bradenton man reported missing Thursday night.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Brandon, FL|News|
DUI Saturation Patrol Set For Eastern Hillsborough County
The Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office has a DUI saturation patrol planned for the July 4 weekend.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Bradenton, FL|News|
DUI Wolf Pack Set For Sarasota, Manatee Counties
The Florida Highway Patrol is conducting a DUI Wolf Pack operation this weekend.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|News|
DUI Wolf Pack Set To Prowl Pinellas County
The Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office is conducting a DUI Wolf Pack operation over the 4th of July weekend.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
Tow To Go Revs Up For 4th Of July 2017
AAA is offering impaired drivers a safe ride home for them and a free tow for their vehicles throughout 4th of July weekend.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
New Port Richey, FL|News|
Fire Temporary Setback For Ice Cold Air: Manager
A Thursday night fire at Ice Cold Air in New Port Richey won’t keep the business closed for long, its manager says.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
4th Of July Weather: Blistering Heat, Storms In Tampa Bay's Forecast
Find out what’s in store for the Tampa Bay area in the weather department over the 4th of July weekend.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
New Port Richey, FL|News|
Deadly Parasite, Tarnished Life, Rabies Alert
Concealed weapon permit costs cut, maggot-covered dog, deputy fired and other stories from Florida Patch.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Brandon, FL|News|
Big Bend Power Station Accident: 2 Dead, 4 Injured
An accident at TECO's Big Bend Power Station resulted in two deaths and four injuries. The accident happened during routine maintenance.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Land O' Lakes|News|
Sweet Music Made By Pasco Miss Florida Contestants
Two Pasco County Miss Florida contestants wowed crowds in Lakeland with their vocal performances.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Land O' Lakes|News|
Railroad Issue Closes State Road 54 Lanes
The Pasco County Sheriff’s Office says motorists will find east- and westbound State Road 54 lanes off limits for a time.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
